A Journey Across Continents & Cultures
The Film
The Story
Mark, once a pretentious, wealthy inventor now jaded, encounters the wisdom of Murphy, a homeless former drug addict.
This moment sets him and two friends on a worldwide quest to discover the meaning of life by asking the 5 questions that matter most.
Themes
This film explores a wide spectrum of ideas and stories that highlight the human experience in ways that are, at times, hilarious, heartbreaking, profound, and relatable.
In this exploration, we discover that the meaning of life can be narrowed down to just seven words.
The 5 Questions
What worries you the most?
What does it mean to “live a good life”?
What’s the problem with humanity, and what is the solution?
What happens after you die?
(If there is a God) What is God most like?
The Human Element
Over the course of nearly a decade, Mark and his team encountered hundreds of people around the world who participated in this film. From venerated religious leaders to tribespeople largely untouched by the modern world, these heroes and their stories make Why in the World unique and remind audiences of our shared humanity.
